Mississippi
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Below is a list of stroke support groups in Mississippi that offer in-person and virtual meetings to help stroke survivors and caregivers navigate recovery.
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Jackson Area
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City Wide Stroke Connection
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Meeting schedule: First Friday of each month, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Central Time
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Format: In-person
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Location: Methodist Rehabilitation Center, BankPlus Conference Room, 1350 East Woodrow Wilson Avenue, Jackson, Mississippi 39216
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Contact name and phone: Amy Nelms, RN | Phone: 601-815-3065
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Email: anelms@umc.edu
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Link to more information: Visit Website
Hattiesburg Area
Forrest General Hospital Stroke Support Group
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Meeting schedule: Online community, ongoing discussions
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Format: Virtual (Facebook Group)
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Location: Online
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Contact: Visit the Forrest General Hospital Stroke Support Group on Facebook
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Link to more information: Visit Website
Ocean Springs Area
Singing River Health System Stroke Support Group
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Meeting schedule: Online community, ongoing discussions
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Format: Virtual (Facebook Group)
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Location: Online
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Contact: Visit the Singing River Health System Stroke Support Group on Facebook
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Link to more information: Visit Website
Gulfport Area
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TBI Support Group
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Meeting schedule: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Central Time
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Format: In-person
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Location: Mississippi City United Methodist Church, 219 Courthouse Road, Gulfport, Mississippi
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Contact name and phone: Dr. Debra Weitzel | Phone: 228-385-7733
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Link to more information: Visit Website
Jackson Area
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TBI Support Group
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Meeting schedule: Fourth Monday of each month, 7:00 PM Central Time
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Format: In-person
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Location: St. Dominic Hospital, Campbell Room Lower Level, 969 Lakeland Drive, Jackson, Mississippi 39216
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Contact name: Terry Johnson
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Link to more information: Visit Website
Statewide Stroke Support Groups
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American Stroke Association Support Group Finder
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Details: Use this tool to find stroke support groups in your area.